Brake Fluid - Recommendations - APRILIA PEGASO 650 IE - 2004 Manual

BRAKE FLUID - recommendations

NOTE
This vehicle is provided with front
and rear disc brakes, with separate
hydraulic circuits.
The following information refers to a single
braking system, but is valid for both.
WARNING
S u d d e n r e s i s t a n c e o r c l e a r a n c e
problems on the brake lever may be due
to troubles in the hydraulic system.
For any doubt regarding the perfect
functioning of the braking system and
in case you are not able to carry out the
usual checking operations, contact
your aprilia Official Dealer.
26 use and maintenance Pegaso 650 I.E.
WARNING
Make sure that the brake discs are
neither oily nor greasy, especially after
maintenance or checking operations.
Check that the brake cables are neither
twisted nor worn out.
Prevent water or dust from accidentally
getting into the circuit.
In case maintenance operations are to
be performed on the hydraulic circuit, it
is advisable to use latex gloves.
If the brake fluid gets in contact with the
skin or the eyes, it can cause serious
irritations.
WARNING
Carefully wash the parts of your body
that get in contact with the liquid.
Consult a doctor or an oculist if the
liquid gets in contact with your eyes.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN
THE ENVIRONMENT.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
CAUTION
When using the brake fluid, take care
not to spill it on the plastic or painted
parts, since it can damage them.